Ryan Yelley
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Accomplished Patient Care Technician with a proven track record at Allegheny Health Network, enhancing patient satisfaction and care quality through expert vital signs monitoring and empathetic patient interaction. Skilled in infection control and patient education, I consistently foster safety and comfort, contributing to improved healthcare delivery. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives. Dedicated care professional, committed to supporting patients in feeling secure and comfortable in clinical and home settings. Responsible team player always willing to assume additional responsibility to ease family burden.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Allegheny Health Network
05.2024 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Supported needs of 18 to 36 patients per-shift.
Patient Transporter
UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Assisted in training new Patient Transporters on proper techniques, protocols, and company policies, ensuring consistent high-quality care throughout the team.
- Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Reduced patient anxiety during transport by maintaining open communication and answering questions.
- Maintained cleanliness of transport equipment to minimize infection risk for patients and staff.
- Ensured patient safety by properly positioning patients on stretchers, wheelchairs, and other transport equipment.
- Assisted patients in moving out of beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, or medical transport vans.
- Acted as an advocate for patients'' needs while being transported around the facility, ensuring their dignity was preserved at all times.
- Maintained strong professional relationships with colleagues across various departments, promoting teamwork for efficient patient care delivery.
- Assisted in the transfer of critically ill patients within the hospital, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and medical protocol adherence.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and timely transportation.
- Assisted with discharge process by escorting patients with belongings to leave facility safely and comfortably.
- Collaborated with CNAs, nurses, and physicians to maintain stability during transport and facilitate event-free transport.
- Assisted patients in using oxygen tanks and other medical equipment to manage smooth transition from hospital to designated location.
- Communicated with patients, family members and healthcare staff to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Expedited patient discharge process by promptly responding to transport requests from nurses or physicians.
- Supported clinical staff during emergencies as needed, showcasing adaptability and commitment to overall hospital goals.
- Promoted a positive and inclusive work environment by demonstrating respect, empathy, and professionalism towards colleagues, patients, and visitors.
- Assisted with lifting and handling patients using appropriate patient safety equipment such as lift swings, stand-up lifts and overhead lifts.
- Improved efficiency in transporting patients by quickly navigating through the hospital''s various departments and floors.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pa Leadership Charter Cyber School
Pittsburgh, PA06.2022
High School Diploma -
Plum Borough School District
Pittsburgh, PA06.2022
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Observation
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Infection control standards
- Catheter Care
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- ADL support
- Specimen Collection
- Feeding Assistance
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Adaptable
- Patient Services
- Patient Education
- Data Collection
- Mobility Assistance
- Information Protection
- Infection prevention
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Hospice and palliative care
- Sterilization techniques
- Time Management
- CPR Certification
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient-focused care
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Vital signs
- Recording vital signs
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Basic Life Support
- Attention to Detail
- Direct Patient Care
- CPR/AED
- Patient Care
- Patient Care Technician (PCT)
- Electronic Charting
- Patient Care Quality
- Inpatient Care
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
Certification
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Red Cross.
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Allegheny Health Network
05.2024 - Current
Patient Transporter
UPMC Presbyterian Hospital
06.2023 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
Pa Leadership Charter Cyber School
High School Diploma -
Plum Borough School District
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Red Cross.
- CPR/AED Certification
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